Gardening gifts

From garden herbs and flowers to foraged fruits and berries, plants have the power to nourish and heal. Used in home remedies and by professional herbalists for thousands of years, nature’s medicine chest offers incredible healing benefits for body, mind, and spirit. Grown in pots outside 19th-century apothecaries, the apothecary rose has been used to treat skin conditions and indigestion....

In Teaming with Microbes, Jeff Lowenfels revealed the fascinating facts around the soil food web, all the tiny organisms that live in soil and aid a plant's growth. In Teaming with Nutrients, he explored how those organisms aid in the uptake of nutrients. And in Teaming with Fungi, he detailed the symbiotic relationship between plants and fungi, the most important...

Understand why gardens and gardening are good for you, and transform your own outside space into a wellbeing paradise that helps our planet too. Gardens can enhance your wellbeing, but why? Covering design, plants, and the act of gardening, RHS Your Wellbeing Garden uniquely explains why green spaces are good for you and shows how to use that knowledge to...

A no-nonsense beginner's guide to the must-know aspects of gardening from the RHS. Tempted to have a go at gardening? Keen to grow your own veg or tame an out-of-control border? This no-nonsense practical manual, packed with clear advice and photos on the essentials, shows you where to start and how to progress. Beginning with inspirational ideas to help you...

Demystifies bonsai with step-by-step techniques and care profiles for 40 trees. Anyone can become a bonsai artist. This book will show you how, through care profiles for 40 top trees and illustrated demonstrations of more than 20 bonsai techniques and styles. Select the right tree, learn how to keep it thriving, and shape your bonsai into a beautiful living sculpture....

Daffodils celebrates this spring floral favourite, with an in-depth look at the many gorgeous and multicoloured varieties, perfect for the garden, the home, and any bouquet. Celebrating the glorious daffodil, spring flowers whose trumpet shape is instantly recognisable throughout the world, this is the next instalment in the iconic flower series by Naomi Slade and Georgianna Lane. Narcissus are known...

The Garden at Stonefields reveals the triumphs and trials of designing and building this extraordinary house and garden—Paul Bangay's most challenging and personal project yet. 'A truly great garden should enrich your soul, and those of many others—hopefully for generations to come.' This is celebrated landscape designer Paul Bangay's inspirational story of creating Stonefields, one of Australia's most beautiful country...

A genre-defining new book from bestselling author and 'the nation's favourite gardener' Monty Don - a no-nonsense, practical and accessible guide to the fundamentals of gardening for a new generation. A fresh approach to gardening by bestselling author and the nation's favourite gardener Monty Don. Think of your garden like a meal. When you select a recipe, you're choosing it...

A new edition of Monty's most highly illustrated practical reference, thoroughly updated to reflect how he gardens today, with over half of the photos shot at Longmeadow in the last year. Even great gardeners like Monty Don are always learning and always experimenting. This extensively revised new edition of his Complete Gardener, first published in 2003, brings you right up-to-date...

Walk through Adam's garden as he shares his love for over 150 plants and how to grow them. Take a wander through Adam's garden as he reflects on the plants that have shaped his life. The scents of the rosemary and thyme lining the garden path instantly welcome you to what follows–a wildflower meadow, an ornamental kitchen garden, a shady...

Teach children that the greatest rewards come from patience, hard work, and learning from mistakes!In the #1 New York Times bestseller We Are the Gardeners, Joanna Gaines and the kids chronicle the adventures of starting their own family garden. From their failed endeavors, obstacles to overcome (bunnies that eat everything), and all of the knowledge they gain along the way,...

In this intimate book, TJ Maher—artist, gardener, nature-lover, and contemplative—elegantly combines his painter's insight with his plantsman's knowledge to present a masterclass in garden artistry. - Jane Powers Grounded in the Garden explores the practical considerations that come into play when creating a beautiful garden which also respects nature. TJ goes deep into topics such as using colour in the...

Part memoir, part naturescape and part gardening book... there is also something much rarer in this book: wisdom. What a treat. The Times Delightful... Mabey is the doyen of UK nature writing. New Statesman Our greatest nature writer. New Scientist We regard gardens as our personal dominions, where we can create whatever worlds we desire. But they are also occupied...

Whether starting from scratch with a new garden or redeveloping an existing one, The Complete New Zealand Gardener will guide you through the major decisions you will need to make, and help you to create and look after your ultimate garden. Two well-known New Zealand gardening authors pool their knowledge and experience as both home gardeners and commercial horticulturists to...

New Zealand has the world's best summers, and the magic of being a kid is still alive in kiwi backyards. This summer, Bella/Ngapera, Jacob/Hokpoa, and Lucas help Nana/Kui grow, harvest, and eat an amazing summer garden, while filling every day with te reo Māori learning, bunches of awesome memories, and heaps of fun ticking off summer holiday bucket-list adventures: Sleepover...

Expert advice for landscaping your garden Build the garden of your dreams for a fraction of the cost. Stop looking out at your garden space and imagining how it could be improved if only you could afford a landscape designer. With The Garden DIY Book as your guide, you'll have the confidence to roll up your sleeves, get stuck in...

Step inside the world of Martha Stewart and discover her timeless approach to living well. The Martha Way: Essential Principles for Mastering Home and Living is a thoughtfully crafted guide to the foundational principles that shape a well-kept, inspired life. With her signature clarity and elegance, Martha distils decades of experience into elevated yet accessible solutions for the everyday, covering:...

Warning: You are about to read my utterly biggest secrets. Can I trust you? OK then. I’m Ella, and this is my diary. Ella and her class are designing, planting and watering their very own garden plots! Not only will the best gardens be featured on Ella’s favourite gardening TV show, but their creators will also get to meet its...

Relax into this serene scene and partake in the fine art of tea ceremony in our “Kyoto Japanese Garden Teahouse” puzzle! Picture yourself in these exotic surroundings with the soothing sounds of flowing water and a spicy floral fragrance filling your senses. You notice the koi pond and placid peacocks as you make your way from the house. Taking the...

Explore the beauty of nature with eeBoo: 1000pc Square Puzzle - Seeds & Flowers, a 1000-piece jigsaw that brings the wonders of plant life to life! This intricately illustrated puzzle features vibrant flowers, delicate seeds, and lush greenery, making it a perfect challenge for nature lovers and garden enthusiasts. As you piece together the stunning details, you’ll appreciate the intricate...

Orchard Peter Rabbit – Veg Patch Lotto is an engaging and delightful game that invites players to join Peter Rabbit and his friends in a whimsical vegetable garden adventure. Players will explore a colorful patch filled with vibrant veggies and charming critters while matching pairs of cards to uncover surprises hidden among the plants. This entertaining game not only encourages...

Drawn from every period and every art movement! Our inspiring art puzzle collection is acknowledged as the best in the world and an all-time favourite of both art and puzzle fans. Whether your taste is from Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci or modern pop artist Keith Haring, you are sure to find a beautiful art puzzle that perfectly suits your...

A great set to start your own garden. Prepare the soil with the tools and plant your first plants. Mark the spot to the plant signs. Don't forget to water them regulary! Use the shovel, rake and trowel to loosen up the soil and plant your seeds then make sure they get enough water with the watering can! Also included...

Few have advanced the art of gardening in this country as much as Gordon Collier. New Zealand’s most passionate plantsman and garden designer extraordinaire needs no introduction to garden lovers, but in this beautiful celebration of his three famous gardens—created and nurtured over 60 years—friends, colleagues, and fellow gardeners pay tribute to the man behind the legend. Tītoki Point, Anacapri,...

Vincent van Gogh was one of the great Post-Impressionist painters. After admitting himself to the Saint-Paul Asylum following a severe mental health crisis, he recuperated by painting the asylum’s garden. We are honoured to partner with Getty to bring Van Gogh’s stirring Irises study to our collection.

Stroll past the flowers, plants, sculptures, and charming parterres in twenty-five gardens of Paris, to discover France's history, culture, and botanical diversity through these open-air museums. From the most famous gardens—Versailles, Luxembourg, or Tuileries—to the hidden leafy gems such as the Château de Saint-Jean-de-Beauregard vegetable gardens, the Bourdelle museum's sculpture garden, or the Albert Kahn Japanese-style garden, this guide takes...

The Compost Coach is a colourful, comprehensive and accessible guide to creating the very best compost, also known as garden gold. Kate is on a mission to empower readers to understand the small steps they can take every day to look after the environment and live more sustainably. The book is tailored for the home composter, including those who live...

A Year Full of Veg is a month-by-month gardening guide to growing the best seasonal veg, from the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Year Full of Flowers. With her wealth of experience, Sarah Raven shares the most reliable and bountiful varieties to grow, her tried-and-tested favourite crops, and unusual vegetables, herbs and salads that you can’t buy in shops....

A beautifully illustrated version of Phaidon's classic bestseller The Garden Book, revised into the perfect pocket-sized gem for gifting and reading on the go! From the first religious gardens to Dan Pearson's heavenly new Tokachi garden in Japan, The Garden Book is an A-to-Z who’s who of the world's finest garden-makers throughout history. It spans all styles and continents, with...

Beginning in the 1960s, John Brookes MBE (1933-2018) revolutionised garden design, with a new design philosophy and methodology that was rooted in the notion that gardens are about the people who live in them. Recognising the demands of the contemporary lifestyle, he broke with previous labour-intensive garden design traditions and the emphasis on showcasing plants. Instead, he promoted using gardens...

The fabulous new cookbook from the international No. 1 bestselling chef is guaranteed to dominate the bestseller charts in autumn 07 and beyond. Jamie at Home is very close to my heart. It's about no-nonsense, simple cooking with great flavours all year round. When I began writing it, I didn't really know what recipes I would come up with, but...

Do you know how radishes grow, what a passionfruit flower looks like, or what kind of plant a pumpkin comes from? Match 24 pairs of fruit and vegetables to the plant they grow from in this beautifully illustrated and simple-to-play family memory game. To play, place the cards face down and take turns to see if you can find a...

Cultivate your passion to grow In a 1625 essay, Francis Bacon called gardens "the purest of human pleasures," and what was true then is even more so today—gardening can give you a serene refuge from the short-lived (and noisy!) distractions of modern life and a fertile basis for satisfaction that will bear fruit long into the future. To help you...

A comprehensive gardener’s guide to sustainable beekeeping. Beekeeping has changed. While once it was a hobby that pursued the rich rewards of honey and wax, many new beekeepers seek only the gratification of knowing that they are helping one of the world’s most important creatures survive against the odds. Keeping bees today is as much about providing the right habitats...

Transform your home with more than 25 innovative and inspiring ideas using succulents and terrariums to create beautiful and stylish indoor gardens. Small-space gardening expert Isabelle Palmer shows you how to use succulents and other plants to create trendy terrariums and gorgeous indoor garden designs. Learn how to grow under glass with helpful advice and techniques, as well as handy...

A modern approach to traditional Japanese floral design. Award-winning flower designer Shinichi Nagatsuka explains how anyone can create beautiful arrangements using his signature N Style method. Easy to follow, it is based on accent lines rather than the complex system of rules used for traditional Ikebana. Accent lines are the natural shapes of the flowers themselves—which means vertical arrangements require...

'A wise, passionate, heartfelt book. An invaluable resource for those seeking greater attunement with the year's cycles' - Katherine May 'I learnt so much, about the alchemy of the living world and the possibilities of relationship. I finished the book newly awestruck by planet Earth and all the life that she carries. Beautifully written, nourishing, evocative and inspiring' - Lucy...

Bestselling author of The Urban Farmer Growing your own fruit, veggies and herbs can be time-consuming if you use a traditional approach of planting annuals every year. But there is another way. By harnessing the power of perennials, trees and shrubs, you can establish a thriving ecosystem that requires minimal upkeep—perfect for busy people. Justin Calverley, author of the bestselling...

Design, plant, and grow a world of your very own—inside a terrarium! Including 15 unique, imagination-inspiring project plans, each accompanied by adorable, full-colour photographs, kids and their grown-ups will discover how easy terrariums are to plant and grow. Kids love to create, imagine, and have fun. Nothing fulfils all three of those desires quite like designing and planting a terrarium....

Delightful ... Mabey is the doyen of UK nature writing New Statesman Both instructive and exciting, often ecstatic... Mabey is a great, pioneering nature writer Irish Times Our greatest nature writer New Scientist We regard gardens as our personal dominions, where we can create whatever worlds we desire. But they are also occupied by myriads of other organisms, all with...

You can do it too with the new interactive novelty series It's Time to.... You can do it too with Ladybird's It's Time to...! This interactive novelty board book is filled with moving sliders and transforming flaps to help little ones mimic the adult behaviours they see every day. In It's Time to... Grow It!, toddlers can sew the seeds,...

Discover indigo; one of the most mystical yet widely used dyes in the world. Featuring inspirational images, this book shows you how to grow, extract, and dye with indigo. From cowboys’ denim to the jeans in your wardrobe, indigo’s enduring popularity survives to this day. In this practical handbook, learn how to use this powerful pigment to breathe life into...

Discover one of the most beloved stories for children about a little girl who discovers a magical secret garden. After her parents' deaths, Mary Lennox is sent from India to her uncle's gloomy manor in Yorkshire. She is spoiled, contrary and terribly lonely. One day she hears about a garden hidden and locked away in the grounds of the manor....

There's nothing we love more than our plants, those steadfast companions that fill our lives with joy and light. Whether you're a newbie or seasoned plant parent, these three miniature beginner-friendly guides contain essential information and tips for taking care of your houseplants. 3 Mini Hardcover Books: The box is 2-7/8 x 3-1/4 inches and includes three mini books in...

Food can be grown just about anywhere, and lack of space should not put you off growing and enjoying the taste of your own fresh vegetables. Not everyone has access to outside space or what we traditionally think of as a garden, but we all have window ledges, doorways, often stairways, sometimes even a balcony or roof space. This book...

Growing flowers to cut and enjoy at home can sharpen our awareness of the world around us and make us more attuned to nature. We find it impossible to walk anywhere without spotting a prized rose in a front garden, a brassica gone to seed on a neighbouring allotment plot, or a weedy verge in a car park and considering...

Everyone's guide to using the power of science to produce healthier and tastier fruits and vegetables. From garden to fork, Food Science for Gardeners is everyone's guide to optimising the quality of garden produce and preparing the most delicious and nutritious food possible. Beginning with a high-level overview of food quality and nutrient density, this invaluable resource then takes a...

Discover 60 of the world's most spectacular gardens plus 120 travel ideas to ignite a love of outdoor spaces. Featuring the history of every botanical gem, beautiful photography, and trip planning tips, this uplifting book explores the restorative effects of flora and fauna, and the joy to be experienced from each of the inspiring gardens inside it. Walk spellbinding nature...

If you have ever dreamed of picking fresh salad leaves for the evening meal, gathering vine-ripened tomatoes, or pulling up your own sweet carrots, Stephanie Alexander's Kitchen Garden Companion is the book for you. Follow in the footsteps of one of Australia's best-loved cooks and food writers as she reveals the secrets of rewarding kitchen gardening. Be encouraged by detailed...

Gardens teach us to live in the moment. They nourish us, provide solace in grief, and offer sanctuary from the stresses of modern life. In a celebration of the healing power of nature, New Zealand gardening guru Lynda Hallinan focuses on the gentle delights that bring joy to our backyards, from birdsong to seasonal beauty. Slowing down, letting go, working...

The Seed Hunter by Mitch McCulloch explores growing and using the tastiest and most unusual heirloom plants from around the world. Why grow the same dull vegetables and herbs filling every supermarket shelf? If you're putting in the effort and growing your own, better make it something sensational! There's a thrilling diversity of rare and unusual heirloom plants out there—a...

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and scenic beauty of Quebec with the Puzzle Master 1000pc Puzzle - Botanical Gardens Quebec - Augmented Reality Edition. This captivating puzzle features a tranquil waterway adorned with vividly coloured traditional Chinese-style sailboats, drifting peacefully beneath the watchful gaze of a majestic pagoda. Surrounded by lush gardens, striking autumn foliage, and serene reflections in...

Hape: Little Gardeners Wheelbarrow is designed to maintain stability and balance during play while developing skills and hand-eye coordination. It is ideal for transporting soil, plants, and tools. This sturdy and lightweight wheelbarrow features a detachable base and a 20L capacity, making it perfect for young gardeners. With easy steering and comfortable handlebars, combined with a powder-coated frame, this wheelbarrow...

Explore the outdoors with a rake designed for the young, eager gardener. Uncover the mysteries beneath the surface as you and your child indulge in the joy of being outside. Cultivate imaginative role play as they mirror your gardening expertise. Don’t have a garden? The beach provides a fantastic alternative for their sandy explorations. Hands-on Development: This tool encourages the...

Explore the outdoors with a rake designed for the young, eager gardener. Uncover the mysteries beneath the surface as you and your child indulge in the joy of being outside. Cultivate imaginative role play as they mirror your gardening expertise. Don’t have a garden? The beach provides a fantastic alternative for their sandy explorations. Hands-On Development: This tool encourages the...

Dive into outdoor play with this durable, fun-filled Hape: Garden Spade made for young gardeners ready to explore. Play Tips Discover the secrets under the soil while you and your child enjoy digging outdoors. Foster real-life role play as they mimic your gardening skills. No garden? No problem—the beach offers an equally ideal setting for their digging adventures. Features HANDS-ON...

A guide to cacti and succulents, The Complete Book of Cacti & Succulents features step-by-step photographic sequences and instructions for care, propagation, and display. It also includes information on the climate and placement that best suit each plant.

For some, gardening is a mysterious activity involving muck, unfathomable know-how, and physical labour. To others, it is their gateway to creativity, well-being, and magic. Julia Atkinson-Dunn knows what it is to stand on both sides of this fence and has channelled her discovery of gardening into a book to aid and inspire others in their own journey. A Guided...

Skills, tips, and projects to grow your own food indoors Want to grow your own, but have no garden? Indoor Edible Garden shows you how to grow herbs, fruit, and vegetables that look good and taste better - all in the comfort of your own home. Discover a range of ingenious indoor garden projects that will deliver a homegrown harvest...

Grow trees with confidence and creativity in your garden. From the world-renowned Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, this essential guide by tree expert, Tony Kirkham, is the ultimate companion for anyone looking to plant and nurture trees successfully. Packed with 12 easy, inspiring projects and beautiful botanical illustrations, The Kew Gardener's Guide to Growing Trees combines practical advice with creative ideas,...

Fill your garden with colour by learning how to choose, plant and care for bulbs. From the world-renowned Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, this essential guide by bulb expert Richard Wilford is the ultimate companion for anyone looking to plant and enjoy bulbs throughout the year. Packed with 12 easy, inspiring projects and beautiful botanical illustrations, The Kew Gardener's Guide to...

Transform your garden into a haven for pollinators. A seasonal plant guide to boost your biodiversity and make your garden a pollinator-friendly haven. Pollinator populations—whether bees, hoverflies, butterflies, or moths—are declining globally and there's an urgent need to reverse the decline. That's where gardens come in. Any outside space can help sustain and increase wildlife, but how can your garden...

A practical, beginner-friendly guide to rewilding your patch of suburbia through native gardening, backyard biodiversity and wildlife-friendly projects that attract beneficial insects and create thriving, sustainable ecosystems in any space. Want to save the world? Start with your own backyard. Mel Logozzo just wanted to keep her veggies safe from pests. When she learned about the power of endemic plants...

A comprehensive guide to lawn care: the one-stop-shop to cut through the noise, giving you the confidence to create a thriving lawn. With more and more of us wishing to really understand our gardens and make the most of our outdoor space, seasoned lawn experts Luke and Marc are on hand.This accessible handbook helps you get started with essential equipment...

In this sumptuous book, Georgianna Lane brings us over 300 pages of her personal favourites from the extensive archives of her world-renowned floral photography. Georgianna has travelled extensively throughout her career, searching out the very best blooms around the world and documenting them in her unique and recognisable style. Whether prairie planting or formal, whimsical or graphic, rambling roses or...

Hydrangeas Heritage: The Ultimate Guide to Cultivating Vibrant Blooms Year-Round for Beginners and Beyond Unlock the full potential of your hydrangeas with Hydrangeas Heritage, the essential guide for gardeners of all skill levels. Packed with expert advice and practical tips, this comprehensive book covers everything you need to grow vibrant hydrangeas that thrive year-round, whether you're starting your garden or...

The essential guide to growing house plants. From the world-renowned Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, this book introduces the 70 best house plants to grow at home and teaches you how to cultivate each one. With 12 easy and inspiring projects and beautiful botanical illustrations, this is part of the best-selling series of Kew Gardeners Guides, now available in paperback. Are...

Discover 15 plant ‘heroes’, explore their superpowers and learn how to grow them. Grow BEAUTY. Grow COMPANIONSHIP. Grow FLAVOUR. Grow PLANTS! Discover 15 plants and fungi with heroic powers, then learn how to grow them. Meet their surprising relatives (the tasty tomato is a cousin of deadly nightshade!) and unearth their interesting histories (lettuce was the first vegetable to be...

Do you ever feel like you're not getting the most out of your garden? Are you unsure what to plant or how to care for it? Do you wish you could give your backyard an overhaul and redesign, but don't know where to start? Philip Thomsen is the gardening guru you need, offering plenty of sage advice on how to...

In Visionary: Gardens and Landscapes for Our Future, photographer Claire Takacs and landscape architect Giacomo Guzzon introduce stunning private and public gardens from around the world that have addressed both sustainability and climate change with outstanding results. Be inspired by the new ways garden and landscape designers are thinking about planting and garden design in the face of climate change....

Captured in stunning detail by a world-class photographer, Dreamscapes features 70 of the most spectacular gardens in the world, all photographed at the height of their beauty. The gardens featured range from the classic, like the beautiful Edwardian idyll of Bryan's Ground in Herefordshire, and Kenrokuen, one of Japan's most exquisite public gardens, to those at the forefront of planting...

• How to make a beautiful garden that works better with nature. • Achievable, practical changes we can all make. • Benefits for health and wellbeing too. • Supported by the National Trust, who look after hundreds of Britain’s most important gardens. Does caring for your garden ever feel like a battle with nature? Are you worried when you see...

An instant New York Times Bestseller “If you want to be happy for a year, get married. If you want to be happy for a decade, get a dog. And if you want to be happy for the rest of your life, make a garden.” —Martha Stewart, Martha Netflix Documentary The first fully comprehensive gardening guide from the legendary Martha...

Scientist and gardener Carol Deppe combines her passion for gardening with newly emerging scientific information from many fields, including resilience science, climatology, ecology, anthropology, sustainable agriculture, nutrition, and health science. In this book, Deppe extends these principles with detailed information about growing and using five keystone crops that are especially important for anyone seeking greater self-reliance: potatoes, corn, beans, squash,...